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£9.99Recent trade talks between the UK and India have stirred controversy as newspapers report on a deal worth £5bn. The Daily Telegraph highlights criticism from opposition leader Kemi Badenoch about a ‘two-tier’ tax deal benefiting Indian migrants by exempting them from National Insurance payments. The government’s defense of the deal includes anticipation of a £4.8bn boost for British businesses through reduced tariffs on exports.
The Times also covers the trade agreement, labeling it as the “biggest deal since Brexit” with significant tax reductions on UK exports such as whiskey and cars. Despite the government defending the deal by comparing it to other international agreements, Tory and Reform frustrations echo criticisms of preferential treatment for Indian workers under the agreement. The accusations suggest that the deal undermines British workers.
Leading with a similar narrative, the Daily Mail reports on Conservative Party objections to the UK-India trade deal, emphasizing the easing of recruitment processes for Indian workers due to exemptions from National Insurance payments. The Tories’ concerns about undercutting British workers coincide with this critique, creating a consistent portrayal of dissent towards the trade agreement. The i newspaper also chimes in on the backlash, highlighting concerns about implementing a “two-tier” tax system that could affect the UK’s immigration policies.
Shifting focus, the Daily Express delves into “Labour turmoil” following Keir Starmer’s decision not to reverse cuts to winter fuel payments for OAPs despite internal party pressures. The controversy adds to the ongoing discourse within Labour, as Health Secretary Wes Streeting acknowledged the divisive nature of the cuts during local elections. The Daily Mirror underscores dissatisfaction within the party, with MPs expressing disappointment in Starmer’s stance on the issue
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